Be Active. Be Safe.
Be Healthy.
A community where everyone has the opportunity to live a long, healthy, and active life
Welcome to the Barry-Eaton District Health Department
The Barry-Eaton District Health Department (BEDHD) is the nationally-accredited public health service agency for Barry and Eaton counties. We protect and improve the health of Barry and Eaton counties through education; promotion of healthy lifestyles; and implementation of effective policies and programs for individuals, families, businesses, and communities. We provide a wide variety of services, from restaurant food safety inspections to the WIC nutrition program. BEDHD is governed by the Barry-Eaton Board of Health.
NOTICE: NEW Environmental Health Office Hours
Eaton County: Open Mon/Wed
Barry County: Open Tues/Thurs
Closed to the public on other days
Staff are available by phone, email, or appointment. Applications, complaints, and FOIA requests can be submitted through our online portal: www.barryeatonhealth.org/eh
NOTICE: RFP Overdose Data to Action (OD2A)
Barry-Eaton District Health Department (BEDHD) is releasing a Request for Proposal (RFP) under the CDC-funded Overdose Data to Action (OD2A): LOCAL grant.
Organizations in Barry and Eaton Counties interested in enhancing linkage to care and strengthening clinical best practices are invited to apply.
Popular Services
Data & Statistics
Health data helps identify health concerns in the community and how we can address it.
WIC Program
Sign-up for the supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children (WIC).
Environmental Health
Food inspections, complaints, well & septic services, body art licensing, and other environmental concerns.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding support helps parents succeed and gives babies a healthy start. Join our FREE monthly Breastfeeding/Infant Feeding Classes!
Adult Immunizations
As an adult, it's important to get vaccinated against potentially life-threatening diseases.
Childhood Immunizations
Learn more about our back-to-school & childhood immunizations and vaccination requirements.
Children's Special Health Care Services
CSHCS helps coordinate & pay for specialty health care needs for children & some adults.
Communicable Diseases
Services to find, prevent, and control the spread of communicable diseases.
Heart of Gold Award
Did you have an ABOVE and BEYOND experience at BEDHD? Nominate a staff member for the “Heart of Gold” award?